7 Gift Items every lady expects from her man

Every lady is special and wants to be treated as such by her man. One of the main ways a man can prove to his lady that she is truly special to him is by understanding her love language. For ladies whose love language is gifting, finding the appropriate gift that sends the right message and shows how much a man cares can be tricky, however with the list, you can have a sense of what you can get for your lady to prove how much you care.

1. A Set of Skin Care Products
It goes without saying that every woman wants to look good at all times. You can key into this and get her a set of skin care products that will enhance how good she looks. It is important though to understand her skin type and which product will work well for her.

2. Shoes
Shoes are very important to ladies, while the level to which ladies love shoes differ, it is known that ladies don’t joke with shoes. Do your research well and know what type of shoes she likes. You can almost never go wrong with shoes as she will find them useful and cherish them as gift items. Don’t forget to remember her shoe size.

3. Dinner Dates
Women are affectionate and emotional beings, who value loving gestures and actions. Dinner dates are a good way to show your lady she means the world to you. The beauty of dinner dates is the variety to it that leave lady smiling and in tears. You can have a date at home of homemade meal that you prepared for her, you can also take her out on a fancy candlelight dinner, or just take her to that restaurant she likes a lot and has been going on and on about.

4. Beauty Products
Take a good look at her makeup kit and notice that item she cherishes and doesn’t joke with, and you can get it for her. You can also get her that new MAC lipstick or the powder from Iman that she craves. Getting her a gift of her favorite beauty products goes a long way in showing that you pay attention to issues that concern her and you care about seemingly trivial needs.

5. Books
Is your lady a bookworm and loves reading? You can score points for getting her books from her favorite authors. You can also get her latest books from her favorite authors. That will send the right message that you care about her enough to do your research about what she likes. Take a walk to the bookshop and find books in areas that she is fascinated about and get them for her.

6. Perfumes and Body Oils
In addition to looking good, ladies love to smell good as it makes them feel good about themselves. Get her a bottle of her favorite perfume or a bottle of that perfume she wants to get. You can even get her a whole kit of perfumes, body oils, and body sprays. Every time she uses them, she remembers your loving gesture.

7. Jewelry
From the beginning of time, ladies and jewelry have been known as inseparable, whilst some ladies prefer fancy and shiny jewelry, other prefer subtle and less shiny items. You can get your lady a piece of that she will adore. It can be a ring, a necklace, bracelet, anklet, waist chain or custom made tiara. Jewelry is known to make women feel special and unique, you can’t go wrong if you get her a piece of jewelry she fancies.

The list goes on and on, however, it is important that you get a gift for your lady that corresponds with what she likes and cares about.

How To Identify A Fradulent Online Store

The internet remains the greatest invention of the 21st Century, its importance and impact on the world cannot be overestimated. From every aspect of human interaction and relationship, the internet has made a mark across all spectrum of human life. Financially, publicly, and even politically, the Internet continues impact nations, communities, institutions, and individuals. The result of this can be seen in the birth of new ideas like e-governance, e-learning, e-banking, and of course, e-commerce, among others. The financial world is also not left out of the drastic changes the internet has brought, the immediate sign of this impact is the rising number of businesses are going online across the world, resulting in the new term e-commerce. The Internet value chain, estimated to worth $5.8t, has brought with it a lot of opportunities in all spheres of life. The E-commerce subsector is reported worth N3.05trn as more and more Nigerians are embracing online shopping systems to procure goods, services, and products. However, this comes with a challenge: the rise of fraudsters who pose as legitimate online stores and fleece unsuspecting individuals of their hard earned cash. Today I will show you tips on how to identify a fraudulent online store.








1. Insecure Internet Connection: When you open a website, especially an e-commerce website, the first thing you should look out for is the security of the connection. This can be done by checking the URL of the website, does it begin with HTTPS? If the website doesn’t, there is a high chance the website is fraudulent and you should be on guard immediately. You can also ascertain the validity of the website by checking the check out page of the website, check to see if it has HTTPS in the address bar. Some websites have a locked padlocked icon to show that the connection is secure.




2. Be On the Lookout for signs of cloning: Online fraudsters have gone a step further in luring unsuspected individuals into their clutches by cloning and copying authentic websites. Fraudsters copy every aspect of the original website hence making people believe they are on the original website. One common method is to tweak the domain name to look like the original website’s domain name. For example, Jumia could be tweaked with the nefarious domain name Jumia123, the logos and layout of the original site is then copied. However, regardless of how hard they try, it is almost impossible to clone a website completely, hence be on the lookout for signs of cloning on a website. Pay attention to the language used, the product description and quality of the images.



3. Unsafe Payment Methods: It is also important that you pay attention to the payment method used by an e-commerce website you want to patronize. The globally accepted methods of payments on e-commerce websites include Credit card, debit card, internet banking, Paypal and cash on delivery. These methods are quite traceable as such you are assured that with a little digging you can know the person who owns and runs the store. Fraudulent stores, on the other hand, make use of untraceable methods of payment, such methods include Direct Bank deposit, Moneygram, Money Order etc. If you about to patronize an e-commerce website and the website makes use of such untraceable methods, there is a high chance the website is fraudulent.




4. Vague Return Policy: A company’s return policy is one that speaks loads of how the firm runs its business. Credible stores will have a return policy that is easily understandable and easy to grasp for the average person. If you visit a website and you find the return policy vague and ambiguous, try getting across to the owners, if you also find the policy vague even after the owners tried to explain it. You can be certain the website is nefarious and it will be a good idea to desist from shopping there.




5. Poor Reviews: Reviews are not advertisements, they are opinions of individuals who have made used of the brand and service in question and as such in a better position to give much-needed direction to people who need to use the service. If you decide to do a little research on the website you want to patronize and you find the reviews you found are generally poor. You can be sure that the website is shady. You can also check out trusted reviews sites like Optima Reviews to see if you can get information about such websites.




6. Trust your guts: So you are on a website and you are there to shop and you have a gut feeling that the site you are on is fraudulent, worst of all, you can’t seem to shake this feeling. It will be best to listen to guts and leave the website. There is probably something your instincts are trying to tell you and it’s better to err on the side of caution than lose hard earned cash.






No matter how cheap a product looks, how attractive it looks likes or how much you want to have it, it is important that you adopt the tips listed here to avoid being fleeced by online fraudsters. Happy shopping!!!

Five Tips on shopping within your budget.

Everybody wants to get a good deal which won’t cost an arm and will be cost-effective, however shopping within your budget while it seems like an easy feat to accomplish can turn out to be a herculean task if not properly managed. Practice these tips on shopping within your budget and you will be the cynosure of your friends, family members, and relatives who will always wonder how you always get the right deals.




1. Compare prices from two or three sources to get a good understanding of the market forces and how it relates to the products you want to buy.




2. Shop with a list: It is important that before venturing to the mall you have a set of items you want to get and you have them written. This way, you will be less prone to impulse buying. The list will also make you more immune to the sweet words of salesmen who want to get you to buy what you don’t need.




3. Consider the time and cost it will take you to purchase that which you seek to buy: Even if a store is selling the shoe you like at a discount, however, the store is all the way across time. Take into consideration the time you will spend to make the sale and the extra amount on transportation. There is a high chance that the addition of both to the discounted price will cost more than you expected.



4. Endeavor you shop alone. Studies have revealed that for both genders, shoppers tend to buy more than they need when they shop in groups. The reason for this is not far fetched, it is easier to be convinced by a friend or loved one to make a purchase than by a stranger. To forestall this, ensure you shop alone. That way you can reduce the chance of buying what you don’t need and save more money for more important things.




5. Don’t shop when you are not emotionally balanced: This means that don’t shop when you are tired, bored, sad, lonely, depressed or in any other mental state that you are not sure you are totally logical and reasonable. Furthermore, don’t shop when you are overjoyed or exhilarated. Else you will find out that you ordered for the largest TV in the store after you received the news of your promotion at work, only to discover that you don’t need the TV right now.




Shopping is fun when done right and when you don’t break the bank to get what you want. If you follow the steps listed, you will find out that you are on your way to becoming a millionaire.

Brand Review: Dress by Torie

Dress by Torie is a clothing brand that caters to the clothing need of females exclusively. The brand is located in Yaba, Lagos State. The brand designs and sews clothes for ladies of all ages.
The brand also makes baby clothes for infants. Prices for kiddies outfit begin from N2,000 and for adults from N2,000. Delivery can be made nationwide regardless of destination. The brand also accepts custom made orders from customers. One thing I like about the brand is that the brain behind the brand does her best not to be like the average Nigerian fashion designer, she strives to deliver as at when due and with the design chosen. However, I will implore the brand to fine-tune the logistics and procurement process so that customers are not left disappointed.



I find Torie Wears Satisfactory and I recommend the brand to anyone who needs outfits for ladies.

Brand Review: Couture de Lingerie

Couture de lingerie is a fashion brand that specializes in making handmade and ready to wear Kimonos, Beach wears, Swimsuits, Bikinis, Night robes which can also be used for bridal showers, Ankara bikinis Ladies' PJs etc.


Prices start from N5,000 for two-piece outfits, Kimonos and robes start from N5,000, three-piece outfits start from N10,000 while swimsuit begins from N4,000. The brands prides itself on the designs, sewing and production of it's range of outfits. The brand has really nice designs that are unique. I also like the Ankara outfits.

Regardless of the location, the brand delivers nationwide. However it is important to note that the brand has to ensure that customers are not disappointed by changing circumstances, and as such need to fine-tune the process of procurement and other logistics.


Overall, I am impressed with the creativity and originality of the brand. I find it Satisfactory and recommend it to you all.

Product Review: Honeywell Noodles

Honeywell has just launched a new pack for it's range of noodles​ and I have gotten my hands on it. The new pack comes in a white pack with a twinge off egg yoke color. I like the new pack because every time I see it, noodles and boiled egg comes to mind. It weighs 70 grams and has a retail price of N30. Availability is not nationwide as I had to visit mall thrice before I could finally lay my hands on it. The noodles still maintains the chicken flavour which I really like. While cooking,the chicken flavour permeated the whole kitchen whetting my appetite and preparing me for what was to come. I also like the style in with which the spices are packaged, the chilli and the spices are mixed in one sachet and I like that. On the other hand, omo the noodles small ohh, I had to eat 5 packs to really enjoy the noodles. Not good at all. But I feel it will be a great hit with families with growing kids as two packets should be enough for a child per meal. Whilst I enjoyed the noodles, spices et al, I found it a tad salty. I will also implore the brand to work on nationwide avaibility of the product. In all I find the new Honeywell Noodles pack Satisfactory.

Brand Review: Leixang

Leixang is a unique fashion brand situated in Lekki, Lagos State,Nigeria where you can get accessories such as brooches, lapel pins, cufflinks, collar clips, earrings, rings, bowties, etc. Prices are reasonable and while the quality of the items sold are top notch. Customer service delivery is truly commendable as the brain behind the brand is down to earth and easy to get along. I also like the unique designs of the accessories, I believe the accessories will make good gift items for loved ones amongst others. I will implore the brand to work on delivery and expanding the range if accessories offered to clients. In all I find the brand Satisfactory and I will recommend it to you all.

Brand Review: Stacy Rose

stacyrose runs a Fashion outfit located in the cosmopolitan city of Port Harcourt that is dedicated to the needs of those who are passionate about their looks. Thr brand focuses on providing top notch designer stock bags. Prices for sling bags begin from N4,000 while hand bags range from N5000. Customer service is also commendable as the brand goes the extra mile to ensure customers are left happy, furthermore the brain behind the brand is calm and graceful under pressure. They also make delivery nationwide. While it's commendable that the brand has a wide array of goods, the brand needs to get a diverse range of products to suit an expanding demography. I find the brand Satisfactory and an ideal place to get your items.

Product Review: John Bannerman's Whiskey

John Bannerman's whiskey is a rich and delightful blended scotch whiskey. It comes in a short and thick bottle with a red seal at the cap. The design is unique with the red engravement on the bottle. It contains 70cl of premium whiskey and has 40% alcohol content. It has a smooth taste and is gentle on the palettes, however you have to be careful lest you end up tipsy and wasted eventually. You can currently get the drink at Ikeja City Mall where it's sold for at the promo price of N2,999. Regardless of how unique I find the brand, I will implore the management to work on distribution of the drink to ensure availability nationwide. I find John Bannerman's Whiskey Satisfactory and I recommend it to anyone who needs a good drink to relax, and to even use whilst hanging out with friends. Drink Responsibly.

Brand Review: Entyas

Entyas is a brand that deals in the procurement and supply of souvenirs,hampers and gift boxes to those who have events to celebrate. Souvenirs include gifts and items for adults and children. The brand is located in Ketu, Lagos State. In addition to this, the brand also plans events for individuals and corporate bodies. The brand also provides vendors to clients who require their services at events. I admire the wide array of items the brand procures as souvenirs. As a true Nigerian who likes attending Owambes, I can't wait to be a guest at an event which the brand provided the souvenirs and gift​ items. In fact, I can't wait to get married so I can throw a party and have @entynas lavish my guests with mind blowing souvenirs. In as much as I admire the brand, I will like it to maintain the high level of professionalism it has displayed and also ensure increase the options available to clients who seek to get souvenirs and gift items. In all I find the brand Satisfactory and I recommend it to anyone who has an Owambe.

Brand​ Review: Siuve Couture

Siuve Couture is a clothing brand that caters to the clothing need of females exclusively. The brand is located in Gwagwalada, Abuja. The brand designs and sews clothes for ladies of all ages. The brand has carved out a niche for itself in making ready to wear jumpsuits and gowns. In addition to this, the brand also makes matching outfits popular known as Aso Ebi for those who have parties and events to attend. Prices for outfits begin from N5,000. The brand also makes delivery nationwide regardless of destination. The brand also accepts custom made orders from customers. One thing I like about the brand is the creativity of the designs. Customer service delivery is also commendable and I admire how the brand utilizes social media platforms to engage her clientele. However I will implore the brand to fine-tune the logistics and procurement process so that customers are not left disappointed. I find Siuve Couture Satisfactory and I recommend the brand to anyone who needs outfits for ladies.

Service Review: The Young Shall Grow Motors Limited

The Young Shall Grow Motors Limited is a transportation company that's based in Lagos,Nigeria. The company deals in transportation of goods and people from one location to another across Nigeria and West Africa. The firm has a wide range of vehicles ranging from what is popularly known as the Hummer buses, to the Luxurious bus, and the Hummer Luxurious amongst others. Regardless of these, I find the Young Shall Grow Motors Limited pathetic. I have patronized the company and every single time there's always an issue. If it's not old vehicles that can't handle the distance, it will be semi functional vehicles that have to be pushed and tinkered with to move. In fact there was a time I patronized the firm that I had to alight and continue my journey with another transport company as the vehicle I was in was really bad and moved slowly. Worst of all the staff treated us like we boarded the vehicle for free. In addition, customer service delivery is poor and nothing to write home about. Tickets are usually oversold for vehicles, leaving commuters stranded and in awkward situations, or making them stand throughout the journey as a result of no seats. I find that extremely unprofessional. There's more to running a transport company than just moving commuters from point A to B, the manner and conditions with which they are moved are also important. The brand has no online presence, I visited the website of the brand and I got a notification that the website is suspended due to non payment. I find the Young Shall Grow Motors Limited Awful and won't recommend the company to anyone who requires transportation services. Have you patronized The Young Shall Grow Motors Limited, kindly state your experience below.